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The Plot Twist Every Writer Misses
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The Plot Twist Every Writer Misses

Structure Isn’t Just Editing

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Monalisa Foster
Jul 23, 2025
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Outlining is what most people do (those who outline at all). Structuring is what people should be doing, whether they do it before, during, or after writing. O

utlining is vague, or can be vague and concentrates on the steps and may be random or unrefined. Structuring is specific and intentional.

Let me give you a not-so-hyperbolic example.

Outline:

  • We meet…

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